Substitute Teacher - Flexible Opportunities in Southampton
Location: Southampton, Hampshire
Start Date: Immediate / Flexible
Are you a passionate educator looking to inspire young people while maintaining a healthy work-life balance?
A well-established, high-performing Secondary School in Southampton is seeking enthusiastic Substitute Teachers to support their ambitious curriculum and vibrant school community!
Renowned for its excellent academic outcomes, "Outstanding" personal development, and exceptional extracurricular programme, this school offers a rewarding environment where teachers can thrive and grow.
Why This Role?
This is a fantastic opportunity for:
* Early Career Teachers (ECTs) wanting to build classroom experience
* Experienced teachers seeking flexible working patterns
* Educators who want to keep teaching without the full-time workload
You will play a key role in ensuring continuity of learning while enjoying the freedom that supply work provides.
What You Will Be Doing
* Delivering and supervising pre‑prepared lessons across KS3 and KS4
* Maintaining a calm, purposeful, and positive classroom environment
* Supporting pupils to stay engaged and focused during lessons
* Collecting completed work and ensuring it is returned to the appropriate teacher
* Providing relevant feedback to support ongoing learning
* Upholding the school’s behaviour expectations and safeguarding policies
This school is known for its supportive ethos, modern facilities, and inclusive culture, making it a brilliant place to develop your teaching career!
What We’re Looking For
* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential
* A genuine passion for supporting young people’s learning
* Ability to confidently teach across Key Stages 3 and 4
* Commitment to promoting academic success, personal growth, and future readiness
Flexible Working & Great Benefits
As a Substitute Teacher with Teaching Personnel, you will enjoy:
* Flexible working hours to suit your schedule
* A mix of advance bookings and same‑day opportunities
* Competitive daily rates paid weekly, every Friday
* Personalised support from your own dedicated consultant
* Access to further training, development, and career progression
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you’re excited by the idea of teaching an ambitious, well‑sequenced curriculum designed to build on students’ prior learning, we would love to hear from you!
Apply today with your CV and take the next step in your teaching career!
About Teaching Personnel
Teaching Personnel is the UK’s leading education recruitment agency, proudly connecting talented educators with schools nationwide. We are committed to creating positive experiences for teachers, schools, and pupils, ensuring every placement is meaningful, supportive, and rewarding.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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